[mulveling]

Yesterday I received my 7 ft Draug Silver, for Focal Utopia, with a dual 3-pin XLR adapter cable for use with a Headroom Max Balanced amp. It's hard not to simply repeat all the superlatives that have been posted before. This cable is a work of art, and much more flexible/ergonomic than I'd have expected. The Moon Audio Silver and Black Dragons are much stiffer.

Sonically, I immediately preferred this cable to the Silver Dragon, from hour 1. It's simultaneously smoother, more detailed, and tonally richer. Small details and micro-dynamics have notably more "pop", while still coming off as more natural. In the grand scheme of things, is it a night & day difference? No. But at this level of performance, and for my aims, the difference is indeed very meaningful, and appreciated. It's worth the wait, fellas! Very soon I'm going to order either a 2nd Draug Silver, or perhaps try a Solvine for something different (for my 2nd Utopia).

Here's the only pic I have now; sorry for the crappy office pic and lack of Utopia porn, but enjoy my filthy iPods for size reference! I got the aluminum beadblast recess logo, which unfortunately is turned the wrong way here:

 

[runningwitit]

Never mind, I learned how to search this thread and found the information I required. I can't wait to hear the sound of the Silvergarde s with my iems! As of now, I'm using a Moon Audio Black Dragon v1 (my first aftermarket cable) with my ASG 2.0's and the sound is quite nice! I hear all kinds of new details like instruments hidden in the mix. From my understanding my New cable will further bring out even more detail with even more clarity, smoother highs and increase rumblings of sub bass my veins absolutely crave! I wonder how much better the female voices sound with this cable? I don't know, but I think I'm gonna luv it!

 

[Clsmooth391]

Just got my Solvine and in one word, WOW.
Warmth and detail combined. It looks beautiful too.
It's a very cohesive, refined and detailed sounding cable.
Well worth the wait. Can't speak highly enough of Trevor and his cables.

 

[runningwitit]

Just got my Solvine and in one word, WOW. Warmth and detail combined. It looks beautiful too.
It's so much better than my previous cable (custom made by someone on here). It sounds a lot more cohesive, refined and detailed.
Well worth the wait. Can't speak highly enough of Trevor and his cables.

I know, I just finished an email conversation with him, he's something STELLAR!

 

[Richsvt]

I am saving for an Andromeda and will need a new cable for it. I will be coming back to Trevor for a cable. Been too long since I ordered something from him. Trevor is truly a master craftsman. His cables are works of art...

 

[Clsmooth391]

I have owned the Draug 2 when I had the HD800 and it sounds very good too.

 

[thecrow]

Just got my Solvine and in one word, WOW. Warmth and detail combined. It looks beautiful too.
It's a very cohesive, refined and detailed sounding cable.
Well worth the wait. Can't speak highly enough of Trevor and his cables.

what headphone and dac/amp is the solvine with?

i had Trevor's arcane with my hd800 and it was a great FULL BODIED FUN cable - a little bit too over the to (as in sometimes a bit too coloured) at times but extremely entertaining and a great "fat sound" right across with great detail and great extension on both bottom and top end

(then i came back to trevor's silver cables as my number 1 preference)

 

[Clsmooth391]

I am using the Solvine with the HE-1000 and COS: H1 integrated headphone amp. Also using Inakustik power cables cables and the Akiko Corelli conditioner.

 

[Phon@ix]

Did someone compare a Solvine against a Draug2 or a Draug3? If yes, what are your experiences?

 

[kino lau]

I'm waiting for Trevor to

I am saving for an Andromeda and will need a new cable for it. I will be coming back to Trevor for a cable. Been too long since I ordered something from him. Trevor is truly a master craftsman. His cables are works of art...

If you go shopping for a cable to match up with the Andromeda...save yourself a headache and consider going straight to the Silvergarde. Next cable I buy for my IEM's is gonna be a Solvine or Draug 3

 

[Richsvt]

I'm waiting for Trevor to


If you go shopping for a cable to match up with the Andromeda...save yourself a headache and consider going straight to the Silvergarde. Next cable I buy for my IEM's is gonna be a Solvine or Draug 3

How's the pairing with the Silvergarde on the Andro? I had the Jupiter and used the Vorpal 8-wire and was a great match. Brought out just enough warmth from the copper to give some smooth transitions. I want to make sure the sound-stage and details are present without being too bright. Was thinking of the 8-wire Therium. I have the 4-wire Therium on my Lyra now and is just wonderful.

 

[kino lau]

How's the pairing with the Silvergarde on the Andro? I had the Jupiter and used the Vorpal 8-wire and was a great match. Brought out just enough warmth from the copper to give some smooth transitions. I want to make sure the sound-stage and details are present without being too bright. Was thinking of the 8-wire Therium. I have the 4-wire Therium on my Lyra now and is just wonderful.

To be honest, I've never used the 8 wire Therium with my Andros. I was asked this question by another member as well, and I never got around to comparing the two. I'll get back to you...

 

[Jalo]

Silvergarde S is the best iem cable that I have ever used, bar none. I have the Therium 8 cores, I have the Vega and Andromeda, the Silvergarde S works extremely well with both iems. The body that the Silvergarde gave the Vega is unbelievable, almost tangible. Even Trevor admits that he may not be able to improve on the Silvergarde. Comparing to the Therium, the Silvergarde has much more tight bass impact, dynamic, body, and airiness. If you are looking for relaxe and smooth listening, the Therium is a good choice.

 

[runningwitit]

Silvergarde S is the best iem cable that I have ever used, bar none. I have the Therium 8 cores, I have the Vega and Andromeda, the Silvergarde S works extremely well with both iems. The body that the Silvergarde gave the Vega is unbelievable, almost tangible. Even Trevor admits that he may not be able to improve on the Silvergarde. Comparing to the Therium, the Silvergarde has much more tight bass impact, dynamic, body, and airiness. If you are looking for relaxe and smooth listening, the Therium is a good choice.

This is what I've been looking to hear, beautiful! I can't wait for my Silvergarde S to arrive!!!

 

[Richsvt]

My wallet is starting to cry